Kathleen DuBois, M.A.

Partner, Wipfli Advisory LLC

Location: Washington DC, DC
Contact: +1 703 382 1778
Email: kathleen.dubois@wipfli.com

Kathleen DuBois is the national industry leader for Wipfli’s nonprofit, government and education practice. Her role entails leading the vision, strategy, innovation and resources of the overall practice and guiding a dynamic team comprised of more than 300 associates.

During her career, Kathleen has held senior-level positions in the nonprofit, association, higher education and K-12 sectors and served as a consultant for government agencies including NASA’s IV&V Program, the U.S. Department of Justice, the U.S. Department of Energy and the State of West Virginia.

Kathleen is passionate about helping Wipfli clients achieve growth, efficiency and influence. She is a published author and a presenter on the topics of achieving goals, personal development and business success.

Leadership
Business growth and transformation
Team building

Certified Leadership Coach

Capital Speakers Club of Washington, DC
Greater Washington Society of CPAs
ASAE – American Society of Association Executives

West Virginia University

Bachelor of science degree in education
Master of arts degree in corporate and organizational communication

INDUSTRY EXPERTISE

Governments Nonprofits Education

Thursday, July 16, 2026
Wipfli's Stronger to Serve Conference heads to Anaheim, expands programming for 2027 (opens in new tab)
Publication: PR Newswire
Thursday, April 10, 2025
Accounting Firms Help Nonprofits Navigate Trump-Era Funding Cuts (opens in new tab)
Publication: Bloomberg Tax
Monday, January 27, 2025
Welcome To 2025: Doing Good Not Good Enough (opens in new tab)
Publication: The NonProfit Times

Latest case studies, resources, and insights

ARTICLE | NONPROFITS
The financial and operational benefits of nonprofit mergers and acquisitions
Mergers and acquisitions aren’t just for for-profit businesses. Learn how nonprofits can benefit financially and operationally from M&As.
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ARTICLE | EDUCATION
Does your school need a new accounting system?
Many private preK-12 schools rely on cumbersome legacy accounting systems that may be decades old. Is it time for school CFOs and finance directors to consider an ERP?
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RESEARCH REPORT | GOVERNMENTS
The state of nonprofit, government and education research report
Discover how nonprofit, government and education leaders are navigating financial pressures, talent and technology.
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ARTICLE | NONPROFITS
2026 outlook for nonprofits: To survive uncertainty and donor competition, digital is no longer optional
In 2026, nonprofits will have to overcome uncertainty, financial pressures and a wave of leadership retirements. Can a digital transformation help organizations adapt?
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ARTICLE | EDUCATION
Schools today face unprecedented financial and policy pressures. What should leaders do?
PreK-12 schools today face an unprecedented mix of funding cuts, policy changes and uncertainty. How should leaders navigate this strange and challenging moment?
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ARTICLE | EDUCATION
How public schools can still secure clean energy tax credits after the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
The OBBB means that certain clean energy tax credits will now expire sooner. What should school districts do to claim the credits before time runs out?
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ARTICLE | EDUCATION
The federal government just withheld almost $7 billion in school grants. What can your school do?
On July 1, the administration announced $7 billion in annual grant funding would be frozen. Learn how your school can take action to navigate this challenge.
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ARTICLE | NONPROFITS
7 ways for nonprofits to thrive, not just survive the rest of 2025
2025 has been an incredibly challenging year for nonprofits as federal funding dries up. Learn how to overcome the obstacles before your organization and thrive.
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ARTICLE | NONPROFITS
Succession planning for schools: 6 steps to avoid chaos and maintain continuity
School succession planning helps you avoid chaos and maintain school leadership continuity. Learn the six steps to an effective succession plan.
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ARTICLE | EDUCATION
Leading through uncertainty: How PK-12 schools can prepare for a future without the Department of Education
Empathetic communication and contingency planning can help K-12 school leaders stay resilient through a possible Department of Education closure.
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ARTICLE | EDUCATION
Clean energy tax incentives still add up: How schools can fund projects even post-OBBB
Learn how schools can use energy tax incentives to cut costs, improve buildings and reinvest in their communities.
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ARTICLE | EDUCATION
New rules, new risks: What educational institutions need to know about recent policy shifts
Educational institutions face new challenges as DEI policies change, federal funding shifts and Title IX is redefined. Learn how universities can prepare.
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ARTICLE | NONPROFITS
Navigating policy shifts: How nonprofits can build resilience
Explore actionable strategies for nonprofits to navigate uncertainty, embrace innovation, and build long-term resilience in a rapidly evolving landscape.
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ARTICLE | GOVERNMENTS
Government priorities under Trump’s latest executive orders affecting federal, state and local municipalities
President Trump's wave of executive orders in January 2025 has triggered a fundamental reshaping of federal priorities, impacting agencies, contractors, and grant recipients.
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ARTICLE | EDUCATION
Policies and impacts of Trump’s education agenda
What we’ve learned about Trump’s education agenda so far. Explore school choice, funding, DEI, student loans and more.
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ARTICLE | NONPROFITS
Nonprofits prepare for Trump policies, plan for uncertain impact
Nonprofits prepare for potential Trump administration policy shifts. Learn strategies for adapting operations, strengthening impact measurement and diversifying funding sources.
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ARTICLE | NONPROFITS
Rethinking how nonprofits work in 2025
Traditional nonprofit approaches no longer serve modern challenges. See how forward-thinking organizations are embracing abundance mindsets and radical collaboration to transform their impact in 2025.
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ARTICLE | EDUCATION
2025 should be the year we free teachers to actually teach
In 2025, schools must balance standardization with personalized learning. See how AI could help return humanity to teaching while freeing educators to focus on what matters most.
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ARTICLE | EDUCATION
4 ways to combat initiative fatigue in education
Explore four ways to combat initiative fatigue in education. Learn how change resilience can help you support staff, limit burnout and adapt successfully.
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ARTICLE | NONPROFITS
Compassionate care in focus: A human-first approach to technology in IDD services
Discover how technology like a centralized learning management system can make a big difference for nonprofits focused on providing compassionate IDD services.
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Kathleen DuBois, M.A.

Focus Areas

Credentials

Professional Membership and Activities

Education

Wipfli's Stronger to Serve Conference heads to Anaheim, expands programming for 2027 (opens in new tab)

Accounting Firms Help Nonprofits Navigate Trump-Era Funding Cuts (opens in new tab)

Welcome To 2025: Doing Good Not Good Enough (opens in new tab)

The financial and operational benefits of nonprofit mergers and acquisitions

Does your school need a new accounting system?

The state of nonprofit, government and education research report

2026 outlook for nonprofits: To survive uncertainty and donor competition, digital is no longer optional

Schools today face unprecedented financial and policy pressures. What should leaders do?

How public schools can still secure clean energy tax credits after the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

The federal government just withheld almost $7 billion in school grants. What can your school do?

7 ways for nonprofits to thrive, not just survive the rest of 2025

Succession planning for schools: 6 steps to avoid chaos and maintain continuity

Leading through uncertainty: How PK-12 schools can prepare for a future without the Department of Education

Clean energy tax incentives still add up: How schools can fund projects even post-OBBB

New rules, new risks: What educational institutions need to know about recent policy shifts

Navigating policy shifts: How nonprofits can build resilience

Government priorities under Trump’s latest executive orders affecting federal, state and local municipalities

Policies and impacts of Trump’s education agenda

Nonprofits prepare for Trump policies, plan for uncertain impact

Rethinking how nonprofits work in 2025

2025 should be the year we free teachers to actually teach

4 ways to combat initiative fatigue in education

Compassionate care in focus: A human-first approach to technology in IDD services